EIMOS Spanish 60mm / 81mm Self-Propelled Integrated Mortar
EIMOS
The EXPAL Integrated Mortar System (EIMOS) is a self-propelled system capable of carrying either 60-mm or 81-mm mortars
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Basic Information
Name
EIMOS Spanish 60mm / 81mm Self-Propelled Integrated Mortar
Designation
EIMOS
Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
The EXPAL Integrated Mortar System (EIMOS) is a self-propelled system capable of carrying either 60-mm or 81-mm mortars
Manufacturer
EXPAL
Date of Introduction
2009
Description
The EXPAL Integrated Mortar System (EIMOS) is a self-propelled system capable of carrying either 60-mm or 81-mm mortars. It is designed to provide close fire support for all types of operations. The system's mobility and rapid-response capabilities are particularly suited for asymmetric conflicts. The concept demonstrator features an autonomous soft-recoil mortar system installed on a turntable mount on the back of a Urovesa VAMTAC 4 x 4 high-mobility utility vehicle.
Ground Specifications
Crew
3
Engine
4-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel
Range
600.0 km
Variants
VAMTAC I3
166-hp Steyr diesel engine.
VAMTAC S3
188-hp Steyr diesel engine, reinforced suspension with greater payload capacity.
FAMTAC BN3
Up-armored version with 220-hp Steyer M16TCA-3 6-cylinder engine with a top speed of 135 k/hr.
System
Alternative Designations
EIMOS 60/81; EXPAL EIMOS 60mm Integrated Mortar System
Type
The EXPAL Integrated Mortar System (EIMOS) is a self-propelled system capable of carrying either 60-mm or 81-mm mortars
Caliber
60 mm /81 mm
Manufacturer
EXPAL
In Service
2009-Present
Crew
3 (gunner, driver, loader)
Passengers
None
Dimensions
Chassis Length
5.55 m
Chassis Width
2.18 m
Chassis Height
1.90 m
Chassis Curb Weight
3,500 kg
Chassis Payload Weight
2,500 kg
Chassis Towing Capacity
3,000 kg
Note
The Chassis is based off of the URO VAMTAC Spanish 4x4 High-Mobility Tactical Vehicle
Automotive
Automotive Performance
1 x Steyr turbocharged 4-cyl diesel; 166 hp; or 1 x Steyr turbocharged 6-cyl diesel; 188 hp
Engine Type
Turbo-charged 4-cylinder or – cylinder diesel
Engine Powerr
166-188 hp
Fuel Capacity
110 liters
Transmission
5 speed automatic
Maximum Range
600 km
Speed
126 km/h to 135 km/h
Gradient
75 %
Side Slope
40 %
Vertical Step
0.5 m
Trench
0.5 m
Fording, without Preperation
0.75 m
Fording, with Preperation
1.5 m
Suspension
4-wheel independent (double wishbones with coil-springs)
Note
The Chassis is based off of the URO VAMTAC Spanish 4x4 High-Mobility Tactical Vehicle
Communications
Radio
Customer Dependent
Main Weapon System
Note
The EXPAL EIMOS is an autonomous soft-recoil mortar system installed on a turntable mounted on the back of a Urovesa VAMTAC 4 x 4 high-mobility utility vehicle.
System
Name
EIMOS-60
Type
High Explosive (HE) Mortar
Caliber
60 mm
EIMOS Barrel Length
1.00 m
EIMOS Diameter (Base)
0.78 m
EIMOS Hieght
1.75 m
EIMOS Overall Weight
800 kg
Length of Recoil
0.30 m
Traverse Range
360 deg
Traverse Left
180 deg
Traverse Right
180 deg
Maximum Effective Range (Using Charge 5)
4,900 m
Time to Engage Target
Less than 20 seconds
Rate of Fire
16-18 rounds per minute
Circular Error Probable
10-15 meters with GT-KIT mortar guidance system
Ammunition
Name
M720A1
Type
High Explosive (HE) Mortar
Caliber
60 mm
Length
377 mm
Weight
1.7 kg
Ammunition Types
High explosive,
White phosphorus (smoke),
Hexachloroethane/zinc oxide (smoke) illuminating
Basic Load
INA
Fire Control
FCS Name
INA, a EZPAL Developed Application
Fire Control System
Yes, Laptop-based Fire-Control System. Techfire w/ inertial navigation
Ballistic Software
NATO Standard Agreement (STANAG)-compliant ballistic software
GPS
Yes, differential GPS
Mortar Tube Control
The mortar tube can be rotated and aimed using a joystick located on the mortar unit itself
Guidance System
GT-KIT mortar guidance system
Meteorological Station
Yes, onboard meteorological station
Protection
Armor (turret front)
INA
Applique aArmor
No
Explosive Reactive Armor
No
Active Protection System
INA
Self-entrenching Blade
No
NBC Protection System
Available
Smoke Equipment
INA
Image Sources
Notes
https://en.topwar.ru/157742-minometnoe-raznoobrazie-chto-zhe-vybrat.html; https://twitter.com/defpostmedia/status/1007014252664811520; https://www.armyrecognition.com/spain_spanish_army_light_and_heavy_weapons_uk/eimos_expal_integrated_mortar_system_for_light_wheeled_vehicle_60mm_81mm_technical_data_sheet.html;
Details
Country of Origin
Spain
Category
Self-Propelled Mortar System
Land > Infantry Vehicles > Self-Propelled Mortar System
Filter Label
E
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
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Width
—
Height
—
Weight
3500 kg
Operators (3)
Italy
Spain
Bahrain
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